Waste Services Business Class Manager

Waste Services Business Class Manager - ( 191235 )

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe waste is more than management, it’s also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you’ll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top‑tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You’ll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost‑effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities.

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability.

HDR is seeking a dynamic and experienced Area Waste Services Business Class Manager to technically lead, grow our local Waste Services team, and support our nationally ranked Solid Waste program. This management role is focused on strategic management, team development, and operational excellence within the Waste Services discipline. As a key member of our Area Waste Services Practice, the Waste Services Business Class Manager will be responsible for:

• Team Management and Development:
  Building, maintaining, and training a high‑performing waste services engineering team. This includes recruiting talent, assigning responsibilities, mentoring staff, and fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Project Oversight & Resource Allocation:
  Overseeing the execution of waste projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence. The manager will plan resources, assign qualified resources per the scope of work, and ensure resources are following HDR’s project execution process.
• Strategic Growth & Business Planning:
  Supporting regional and national growth strategies by identifying market opportunities, developing client relationships, and aligning team capabilities with business objectives. This will include creating annual area waste vision statements that aligns team goals with overall company goals to include resource growth, bookings, revenue, and profit targets.
• Client Engagement and Relationship Management:
  Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients in the area and region. Understanding client goals and translating them into effective execution strategies that deliver value and build long‑term partnerships.
• Technical Leadership and Innovation:
  Working with the national technical leaders to guide the technical direction of the waste discipline, promoting continuous improvement, and supporting the development of specialized expertise. This may include contributing to industry professional organizations through technical papers, presentations, and participation in industry conferences.
• Collaboration and Integration:
  Work with Client Managers, Operational Managers, and Technical Leaders to ensure seamless integration of services and consistent delivery of world‑class solutions.

This role requires a self‑motivated, strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of waste facilities engineering, and the ability to manage teams and projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of HDR’s Waste practices in North Carolina area and beyond. Duties will also include:

• Taking responsibility for staff development and mentorship including deploying technical onboarding, monthly technical one on one, internal and external technical and/or business class training content, and technical mentorship for Area BC staff.
• Facilitating the…